Phormium Back In Black

Phormium ‘Back In Black’

Plant Fact File:

• Pot Size: 3 litres
• Current Height: 30 cm
• Current Spread: 20 cm
• Mature Height: Up to 1 meter
• Mature Spread: Up to 1.5 meters
• Season of Interest: Year-round
• Foliage Type: Evergreen
• Fragrant: No
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Hardiness: Generally hardy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Soil Type: Well-draining soil

Description:

Phormium ‘Back In Black’ is an eye-catching and evergreen New Zealand flax known for its striking dark foliage. With a 3-litre pot size and a current size of 30 cm in height and 20 cm in spread, this Phormium is a great choice for adding drama and texture to your garden or outdoor space.

At its current size, ‘Back In Black’ forms a compact and clump-forming mound. However, when fully mature, it typically reaches a height of up to 1 meter with a spread of up to 1.5 meters, creating a substantial and visually captivating presence.

The distinctive feature of ‘Back In Black’ is its dark, nearly black foliage, which adds a bold and dramatic element to the garden. This evergreen plant provides year-round visual interest with its unique color and upright growth habit.

Phormium ‘Back In Black’ is generally hardy and adapts to a variety of growing conditions. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.